JUNE 2002 2/22 TO BHMA Greek Australian VEMA What’s new - N.S.W. Historic visit by Greek President The President of the Hellenic Republic, Mr the two countries’ excellent bilateral relations Archbishop of Australia, Stylianos and historic, Etruscan and Roman objects. Constantinos Stephanopoulos, was in and the prospects presenting themselves on attended an official welcome service. It must There he spoke at a reception attended by Australia for an official visit early this month, development once more, as is appropriate be mentioned that at the grounds of the political, religious and academic leaders as and was warmly welcomed by the Greek between two republics connected with the Archdiocese the President received a very well as many members of the Greek commu- communities of Melbourne, Canberra and holiest of ties, those of blood, as well as a thriv- warm welcome from hundreds of students nity of Australia. Sydney. ing Greek community, contributing to the from the three Greek Orthodox Colleges of On the same night, the President attended a consolidation of a bridge of friendship Sydney, and a large number of people that State Dinner hosted by the Honourable Bob In Melbourne between their birthplace and their new gathered there to welcome him. Carr, MP, Premier of NSW and Mrs Helena home. His Eminence welcomed the President with Carr, at the Four Seasons Hotel ballroom. Greek President Constantinos Stephano- On Saturday morning, Mr Stephanopoulos poulos referred to issues of national impor- opened the new wing at St Basil’s Retirement tance, Greece’s position in the Balkans and Homes in Lakemba, and later he visited and the united Europe speaking before represen- toured the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games site tatives of the Greek-Australian community at Homebush Bay. in Melbourne. On Saturday night the Overseas Passenger The President made a special reference to the Terminal, where many decades ago thou- issues of national importance with an empha- sands of Greeks saw the land that was to sis on the Greek-Turkish relations and become their second home for the first time stressed that Greece proposes to the interna- in despair, was where the General Consulate tional community the only fair way to solve of Sydney organised the open reception for the existing differences, namely, the the Greek Australian community in honor of International Court, knowing that the right the Greek President . is on its side. In his opening speech, Premier of New South He also referred to the improvement of Wales Bob Carr, as all Australian officials Greece’s relations with FYROM. with whom Mr. Stephanopoulos met, Addressing the thousands of Greek- expressed his appreciation for the special role Australians, who gathered to welcome him, of the Greek community in the multicultural he stressed that everybody in Greece is proud Australian society, the country in which of them, referring to them as the most pre- Greeks proved themselves as worthy citizens, cious part of Greece. He urged young Greek- while still retaining their cultural identity. He Australians to learn the Greek language, that also spoke of the excellent relations between connects the past with the future, and The Greek President was warmly welcomed by His Eminence, Archbishop Stylianos, at the the two countries and the possibility of referred to the difficulties faced by the Greeks Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia in Redfern, where thousands of students and people improving and broadening them. of the Diaspora in their effort to preserve greeted Mr Stephanopoulos The President of the Greek Republic began their national identity. his speech by thanking Premier Bob Carr, The President was received with great hon- Mr. Howard repeated that Australia owes a a very warm speech at the Cathedral and in the leader of the Opposition and all the rep- ors in the Victorian Parliament, where he lot to Greece and showed his pride for the his reply, Mr. Stephanopoulos praised the resentatives of Australian authorities for spoke at a joint session of the two supreme third largest city in the world in Greek speak- Archbishop of Australia for his achievements their hospitality and care for the Greeks of bodies, the state Parliament and the Victoria ing people, Melbourne, while he did not in the friendly country of Australia. Australia. Senate, something that has never happened neglect to wish the 2004 Olympics a great The President’s visit to the Greek Orthodox Mr. Stephanopoulos proceeded to praise the before in the history of the state. An honor success, and the further tightening of rela- Archdiocese in Redfern was completed with Archbishop of Australia, “a man who is some- that had so far only been bestowed to the tions with their friend, Greece. an official luncheon held by His Eminence, thing more than ours”, as he said, because he Queen of England. In his reply, the Greek President pointed out and attended by a large number of members had the good fortune of meeting him in the Mr. Stephanopoulos was welcomed by the the gratitude of the Greeks, “who will never of the Clergy and members of the Greek com- past. He then thanked all the Greeks of President of the Parliament, Alekos forget that during a difficult time for Greece, munity of Australia. Australia from the depths of his heart, saying Adrianopoulos, and was addressed by the Australia accepted a significant number of From the Archdiocese the President went to that what we owe these fine and beloved Premier of Victoria, Mr. Steve Bracks and the immigrants, which are vigorous part of your the Government House where he had a Greeks, cannot be expressed with words. leaders of the Opposition. The common point local community today, while many of them meeting with Her Excellency Professor On the final day of his official visit to of reference of the three politicians was the hold distinguished positions in public life, a Marie Bashir, AC, the Governor of NSW and Australia, the Greek President of the Greek community, as well as the struggle for fact that makes all Greeks proud”. Sir Nicholas Shehadie, AC OBE. Republic visited the Olympic facilities in the return of the Parthenon Marbles to Finally, he expressed his certainty that Mr. Later Mr Stephanopoulos attended the sec- Sydney, and went for a cruise , organized in Greece, a struggle in which all Australian par- Howard’s upcoming official visit to Greece, ond Greek-Australian Business Forum at the his honor by the Greek deputy Chief of Police, ties and governments are participating. They will give the Australian Prime Minister the Four Seasons Hotel. His next function was at M. Costa. In the afternoon he visited one of also expressed their hopes for the 2004 opportunity to have useful and constructive the Sydney University where he inspected the cities museums. Olympics to be successful. contacts to the benefit of both countries. the world famous Nicholson Museum which The next morning Mr. Stephanopoulos In his speech Mr Stephanopoulos conveyed The rest of the day was full of emotion for the contains numerous archaelogical treasures departed for New Zealand, where he stayed the brotherly feelings of the Greek people and President and his official entourage: The plac- from Greece and Egypt as well as some pre- until June 11. the debt we owe to the Australians who have ing of a wreath at the monument of the lost their lives during the war, when they Australian Unknown Soldier was immedi- fought alongside the Greeks. ately followed by that at the Greek- It must also be noted that the highest medal Australian monument of the fallen at the bat- of La Trobe University was presented to the tle of Crete in 1941, with Greek-Australian Greek President by the Dean of La Trobe, veterans were present. 6-12 Fairchild Unit 12-13, hellenist and inscription expert of the Ancient In the evening the President of the Republic Street, 4Á Foundry Road, Athena Agora, member of many academies was present at the large open reception at the across Europe and Asia, Mr. Michael Ambassador’s Estate in Canberra. 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With their speeches, President Stephano- At midday he arrived at the Greek Orthodox ìå ü,ôé õëéêÜ ÷ñåéÜæïíôáé poulos and Prime Minister Howard marked Archdiocese where he was met by the 117125 JUNE 2002 The Greek Australian VEMA TO BHMA 3/23 Editorial President Stephanopoulos - leading by example

This editorial was going to be about the recent visit of the Dalai Lama to Australia. The of whom were businessmen and women who sought to increase trade between Greece media coverage was huge: an appearance at the National Press Club in Canberra, capac- and Australia, Mr Stephanopoulos had meetings with the Governor General and Prime ity crowds at several speaking venues, full page colour advertisements in newspapers... Minister. He addressed the State Parliaments of both Victoria and New South Wales where, it was reported, an official address in a language other than English was permit- A Nobel Peace Prize laureate and an exiled religious leader at the same time, the Dalai ted for the first time. The President was also warmly received with due honour at the Lama attracts attention whenever he visits our shores. The interest he generates cannot Cathedral and Theological College of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese in Sydney. be easily explained. Is he seen in Australia as a Buddhist leader, a messenger of peace, There he was greeted amidst the audible excitement of hundreds of our schoolchildren, or simply as a reminder of the political tensions that exist between China and Tibet? and warmly received by His Eminence Archbishop Stylianos at the doors of the Perhaps he is a combination of all of these things, as well as a personification of the grow- Cathedral carrying the Gospel which the President venerated before proceeding inside ing interest in Buddhism in Australia today. According to BuddhaNet’s Australian for an emotionally charged Doxology Service to mark the occasion. Directory, the number of Buddhist organisations in this country has increased by 126% in recent years. More specifically, since 1995 the total number of organisations (as In response to the welcoming speech of Archbishop Stylianos, Mr Stephanopoulos opposed to individual adherents) has jumped from 167 to 378! Whether this rise is due spoke with gratitude about the way in which Australia had received so many of Greece’s to immigration from traditionally Buddhist countries or to conversion of Australians children during the poverty-stricken years following World War II. He thanked Australia from other backgrounds is open to debate. not only for receiving them, but also for allowing them equal opportunities to progress and to contribute to their new land. Greece, he said, still feels the sorrow of having to However, it was another recent visit - that of the President of the Hellenic Republic, lose so many of its youth, despite the passage of many decades. It was a devastatingly sim- Constantinos Stephanopoulos - which won the hearts of many of our readers. Although ple message that so many of us needed to hear. Speaking the language of direct engage- receiving less attention in the media (which is not unusual for most visiting Heads of ment with the needs and yearnings of ordinary people, it was not difficult to see why he State) it thoroughly deserves at least a brief mention in the English section of the is deeply respected by an overwhelming majority in Greece itself, and why those who VEMA. were fortunate enough to meet him here saw more than a political figurehead. They saw a man who was upright and direct, who gave tangible signs of his love for the country he The exact function of a Greek President could understandably be quite vague to many represents so ably, and for all whom he had met during this, his first visit down under. of us in Australia, particularly as most would wonder how this relates to the Prime Minister’s role in the daily running of the nation. Suffice it to say that the President’s role It was almost as if we had experienced the visit of a spiritual leader, rather than a polit- is far from purely symbolic. He in fact has very significant powers. These include: the ical leader. Such was the uplifting effect of his presence. Correct, then, is the saying that power to conclude or enter into international treaties, to appoint or dismiss the Prime it is not the office that brings dignity to the man, but the man to the office. Minister, to declare war, to dissolve parliament and to proclaim referenda on national or social issues, among many others. President Stephanopoulos had a gruelling five-day schedule that took in Melbourne, Dimitri Kepreotes Canberra and Sydney. Arriving with an enormous delegation of over 130 people, many [email protected]

actually losing the ability to remember by this practice!) As my reading progressed I CULTURAL HARMONY - Talking came to dislike her, but was staggered when I read her conclusion at the end of the THE NEXT DECADE Point book. What this woman had learnt, over a period of months, was that success in life by Ann Coward does not come from having an enormous The Premier of NSW, Mr Bob Carr for- number of choices available, but begins mally released a Green Paper, Cultural when a person actually MAKES a choice, Harmony the next decade 2002-2012. as the members of the religious community had. The Green Paper builds on the No easy Evaluation of the Ethnic Affairs Action answers I appreciated this little book’s ending more Plan 2000 and is part of a process to con- after reading comments by our best-known sult and receive input from all sections of the community. Many years ago I read an interesting little playwright, David Williamson. Although book about a woman who spent time living currently a household name in London, Williamson has no desire to revisit the This will be considered in the formula- amongst a socially isolated religious farm- tion of a new White Paper for the ing community in the United States. She world of American film-making as a writer. According to an interview he once gave, he Community Relations Plan of Action was a high-powered, stressed-out success- 2012. oriented woman, whose life was controlled outlined the basic difference, as he saw it, between his view of life and the American by strict self-imposed timetables. In fact, “The Community Relations Commission her ENTIRE day was always planned and view as expressed in films. It was this: The Premier of NSW, Mr Bob Carr according to Williamson, Americans has a strong legislative mandate to con- each item ticked off a list as each day pro- sult widely,” Mr Carr said. gressed. She judged her efficiency and suc- appear to believe that individuals undergo a partnership with Arabic-speaking com- some life-altering experience triggered by a munities; and cess by the number of completed ticks on “This Green paper is part of that process, the day’s list. crisis, with the result being that the person - establishing 10 regional advisory coun- involved is unalterably changed forever, and I welcome feedback and input from cils to advise the Government on issues the community. Going from a city to live amongst farmers never to resemble the Ôold self. affecting migrant communities in rural Wiliiamson, on the other hand, believes and regional New South Wales. was a culture shock for this particular “With the passage of the Community woman, and initially she looked down upon that life is a series of revelations, and choice-making, and that this is an ongoing Relations Commission and Principles of “New South Wales is a success story the religious community and their ways. As Multiculturalism Act, we became the they lived in accordance with their religious challenge throughout one’s whole life. when it comes to community relations — first state to define multiculturalism in however there is more to be done. beliefs, and their livelihood was dictated by law. naturally occurring cycles, they appeared to If Williamson’s evaluation of American her to lack choice in their lives. By compar- philosophy is correct, it is not hard to see “Therefore it’s important that you have where its origins might lie. (A topic which “The Commission does invaluable work, your say,” Mr Carr said. ison, in all matters she felt her life to be which has included: very rich when it came to available choices. would probably make for a very interesting theological debate.) Submissions in response to the Green - involving the whole Cabramatta com- Paper will be received until 31 July 2002, Quite often when we read a book we come munity in the City watch program; to feel sympathy with the writer, or empa- But life is, as Williamson says, ongoing, and and may be forwarded to: Community - operating a 24 hour bi-lingual hotline in Relations Commission, Action Plan sub- thy. With this particular woman, I began by we are daily called upon to make choices, response to acts of racial hatred that fol- being empathetic (as I had gone through a not just to make ourselves aware of what missions, PO Box 1266, Ashfield 1800 or lowed September 11; email to: [email protected] period of keeping lists, until I realised I was the choices are. - organising youth liaison teams as part of

Letters to the Editor, not exceeding 250 words, can be mailed to The Greek Australian Vema P.O.Box M59 Marrickville South, NSW 2204 or e-mailed to: [email protected] 4/24 TO BHMA Greek Australian VEMA JUNE 2002 What’s New - N.S.W. MODERN GREEK AT MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY: A ‘NEW DIRECTION’ IN TEACHING DEVELOPMENT Macquarie University, Sydney, prides itself as the ‘innovative’ university, and its From left to right: Mr Damianakis - Consul teaching of Modern Greek Studies is General of Greece, Premier Bob Carr, demonstrating why. Mr Fotios Xydas - Ambassador of Greece, Mr John Hatzistergos MLC In 2002 Modern Greek Studies at Macquarie has been awarded a Teaching PREMIER WELCOMES Development Grant to ‘create an unique teaching resource principally on Greek- GREEK AMBASSADOR Australian history and culture’.

The Premier of NSW, Mr Bob Carr welcomed As part of the History and Culture compo- the recently appointed Ambassador of Greece, nent of Modern Greek Studies, the video His Excellency, Mr Fotios Xydas. recording of one-off special guest Greek- The Premier was joined by Member of the Australian lecturers who are leaders in Legislative Council, Mr John Hatzistergos. their particular fields of endeavour (the- “Relations between Greece and New South atre, film, media, literature, visual arts, Wales is growing from strength to strength,” religion, music, commerce etc), is being Mr Carr said. undertaken. Students will be able to For the past five years, from 1996-97 to 2000- acquire first-hand knowledge of current 01, bilateral trade between Greece and practitioners and how their Hellenism has Australia has increased 38%. influenced an understanding of them- The top five New South Wales exports to selves, their work and their ethnicity’s his- Greece include: coal, coke and briquettes, oil tory in Australia. Students will be drawn seeds, professional scientific and controlling to recognise that Hellenism is not simply a instruments, and meat and meat prepara- convenient part of themselves to be tions. utilised intermittently, but a driving force “The Athens 2004 Olympic Games offers a that can be embraced to propel their unique opportunity to strengthen our rela- futures in whatever field they choose. tionship with Greece further,” Mr Carr said. Macquarie University, prides itself as the ‘innova- “By drawing on the experience of the Sydney The content of these special lecture pre- tive’ university, and its teaching of Modern Greek 2000 Olympics, a number of Australian com- sentations will be studied by students as Studies is demonstrating why panies have already won businesses related to part of their course work, including tutor- the Athens Olympics. ial discussion and major essays. Videos are receiving ‘visual treatment’ (enhance- historian John Yiannakis; and business- ment using supporting images, moving man Michael G. Kailis. footage and computer generated devises), by film-maker Michael Karris, who is The presentation of the overall History based at the Centre for Flexible Learning and Culture component of Modern Greek at Macquarie university. The videos can Studies has also been given new energy then be repeatedly referred to by students and direction, in both face to face and cor- Organisations Interested in when studying and can also be utilised for respondence teaching. Historian Leonard Providing Aged Care Services on-line teaching. Janiszewski is now teaching the course utilising the considerable and unique 2002 AGED CARE Six special lecture presentation videos will resources of the In Their Own Image: APPROVALS ROUND be produced this year. This will be added Greek-Australians National Project (now to during succeeding years and a unique based at Macquarie University) in the NOTICE OF THE RELEASE OF areas of not only Greek-Australian histo- archive of Greek-Australian professional Dr Elizabeth Kefallinos THE 2002 REGIONAL thought will subsequently develop. ry, but also ancient and modern Greek his- DISTRIBUTION OF PLACES tory. The Commonwealth Department of Health and Actor, director, broadcaster, arts adminis- Ageing has released the 2002 Regional Distribution trator Lex Marinos has recently complet- All lectures for the History and Culture of Places to inform prospective applicants and component presented by Janiszewski are interested parties about the distribution of places ed his presentation on theatre direction resulting in much enthusiasm for Modern also being video taped and then ‘visually amongst the Aged Care Planning Regions across treated’; funding is being provided Australia, in advance of the invitation to apply. Greek Studies students. Other notable through the Modern Greek Studies The invitation to apply for these places and capital Greek-Australians who will be targeted funding will be advertised in July 2002. for their time will be: film director George Foundation at Macquarie University. The Regional Distribution of Places is being released Miller; photographer Effy Alexakis; writ- Face to face students can refer back to the now to allow organisations interested in providing lecture on video, which in the future will aged care services to the community, time to: ers Fotini Epanomitis and Angelo Loukakis; weightlifter Bill Stellios; scien- also be offered on-line in segmented parts. • conduct market research; Correspondence students are greatly • investigate land availability and required planning tist Manuel Aroney; visual artist Vicki approvals; and Varvaressos; actor Zoe Carides. news pre- advantaged in being able to see the entire • develop partnerships or collaborative proposals, senter Mary Kostakidis; and City of lecture on video, rather than simply lis- particularly in regard to people with special needs tening to an audiotape. Janiszewski’s lec- as defined in the Aged Care Act 1997. Sydney Director of Town Planning, Bill Tsakalos. tures are filled with supporting slide A copy of the Regional Distribution of Places and images, maps, relevant music CDs and Aged Care Planning Regions maps is available from the Aged and Community Care Information Line on In future years it is hoped that Greek film documentaries. All video kits for cor- 1800 500 853 and from the Department’s web site at Studies at Macquarie will also be able to respondence students are supplied with www.health.gov.au/acc under ‘What’s New’, ‘Aged extensive notes. Care Approvals Round 2002’. facilitate the presentation and video tap- ing of lectures by notable Greek- Lex Marinos If you have any questions, please call the Aged and Promotional videos for distribution to Community Care Information Line on 1800 500 853, Australians who live in states other than Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5pm Eastern Standard NSW. These will include amongst others: high schools are currently in the planning establishment of postgraduate courses, Time. The Information Line will also be open from stages. These will be an important ‘first towards which work is currently being 9am to 5pm on Saturday 8 June 2002 and Sunday playwright Tes Lyssiotis; photographer Peter Lyssiotis; writer Christos Tsolkas; stage’ feature in generating future enrol- engaged. 9 June 2002, and from 10am to 4pm on Monday ments. 10 June 2002 (public holiday, excluding WA) . actor Mary Coustas; poet Dimitris Starcom12 Tsaloumas; architect Nonda Katsalidis, Another potential development for The future certainly looks bright for Modern Greek Studies at Macquarie is the Modern Greek Studies at Macquarie. JUNE 2002 Greek Australian VEMA TO BHMA 5/25 What’s new - N.S.W. Australian ECC lays a wreath in memory Quarantine of the Anzacs and Greek patriots on full alert for World Cup who fell during the Battle of Crete passengers from S. Korea

Australian quarantine officials will be screening all passengers returning from World Cup matches in South Korea, following a foot-and-mouth out- break in that country, Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forrestry, Warren Trust said. Mr Truss said AQIS has placed border staff on full alert as soon as Australia was advised of the first cases in South Korea, and quarantine officers will maintain full screening of all passengers until the foot-and-mouth disease outbreak has been inter- nationally recognised as over. Australians visiting South Korea for thw World Cup should be aware of their obligations before returning to Australia by taking the following steps: From the cocktail reception at the Greek Tourist Office in Pitt Street, Sydney. * carefully clean shoes and boots, removing any Left to Right: Jack Passaris (ECC Deputy Chair; General Glenny (Retired); soil or mud from the soles; General Cullen (Retired) and Dr Tony Pun(ECC Chair) Photograph taken at Martin Place * make sure sporting equipment is free from soil, In a simple and moving ceremony on The Ethnic Communities’ Council was after the ceremony on 18 May 2002. mud or plant material; Saturday 18 May Dr Refshauge the represented by Chair Dr Tony Pun and Left: The Hon James Samios, MLC, * do not bring meat or dairy products, including Deputy Premier, representing the Deputy Chair Jack Passaris. Dr Pun MBE, the Deputy Chair, Jack yogurt, from South Korea; and Premier of NSW together with Guest of noted that “the heroic sacrifice of the Passaris. Right: Chair of ECC - Dr * declare all items of potential quarantine concern Honour Vice Admiral Konstantinos young ANZAC and Greek soldiers Tony Pun, OAM and the Deputy - animal and plant products, including wooden Nikitiadis HN, Deputy Chief Hellenic helped shorten the war by derailing Premier Dr Andrew Refshauge items - on your Incoming Passenger Card. National Defence General Staff and the Hitler’s timetable for the invasion of Mr Truss warned passengers that due to the Hon Jim Samios joined with communi- Russia.” Australia and Greece and highlights the upgrade of quarantine, even those people with ty leaders to commemorate the 61st Mr Passaris added: “The Battle of Crete ties of affection between the two peo- nothing to declare would be subject to a check or anniversary of the Battle of Crete. is a shared moment of history between ples.” an X-ray of their luggage.

Australian support for the return of the Parthenon Marbles

Australia’s position on Greece’s request for the return of the Parthenon Marbles, the Cyprus issue, as well as the situation formed after September 11, were the issues Australian Prime Minister Mr. John Howard referred to, following a meeting with the President of Greece, Mr Konstantinos Stephano- poulos. On the issue for the return of the Parthenon Marbles, Mr. Howard stressed that his position remains the same as that which he presented in the framework of the summit Prime Minister, John Howard meeting in the State of Brisbane last Turkish invasion of Cyprus to this March, to the Prime Minister of day, approximately 25 resolutions Britain, Tony Blair. for solving the Cyprus issue have It should be noted that the been passed in the federal and state Australian PM is the only foreign parliaments of Australia, based on state leader, that has raised the issue UN decisions. with the British Prime Minister. It Finally, on the international front, has to also be noted that there is a since September 11, Mr Howard very powerful movement for the noted that the events have clearly return of the Parthenon Marbles affected everyone and that terrorism and the Australian Committee that has united all democratic countries. supports it, includes former Prime He pointed out the close cooperation Ministers, as well as distinguished with the US in the battle against ter- personalities. rorism, a battle that the US cannot On the Cyprus issue, Mr. Howard fight alone, referring to the presence tried to keep equal distances, noting of Australian soldiers in Afgha- that it is a very difficult one. He nistan. expressed, however, his hope that He also stressed that the war against the problem will solved in the most terrorism must not name religions peaceful manner possible. and countries, but target the terror- It should be noted that since the ists no matter where they are. 6/26 TO BHMA Greek Australian VEMA JUNE 2002 What’s New - W.A. WA attracts 10% of mining Pascha in Perth 2002 exploration funds His Grace Bishop Nikandros of Doryleou, (the Auxiliary Bishop of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia - WA), New figures from the Department of had a very busy schedule with Holy Week Mineral and Petroleum Resources show leading up to Pascha. Western Australia attracts one-tenth of the world’s total mineral exploration expendi- There was a remarkable presence of youth ture. in all the parishes during the services lead- That is despite a five-year decline in explo- ing to Easter. Bishop Nikandros served at ration spending. the unique Byzantine style Church of Saint Nektarios in Dianella on Saturday The chief executive of the Association of before Easter. Very Rev Father George Mining and Exploration Companies, George Litas and Deacon Emmanuel Stamatiou Savell, says WA has always managed to assisted Bishop Nikandros in performing maintain its status as one of the most a most memorable Resurrection Service prospective regions in the world. and Midnight Liturgy afterwards.

However, he says the state should increase The Midnight Liturgy is a reminder of funding to its geological survey division when the followers of Christ came early on (GSWA) to help improve the promotion of the Lord’s day (SUNDAY) to open the WA’s exploration potential. tomb and to mourn over the soul of the dead Jesus. But what they had found that “It’s well-known in the global community morning was an already opened tomb and that WA is a very prospective state for min- the angelic message that Jesus had risen erals, but times are changing,” Mr Savell from the dead as He had foretold, giving said. them the gift of eternal life. 1 “We’ve got to actually keep up with other competitor states and other competitor In the evening of Easter Day there was a countries. large gathering of the faithful at the “We’ve really got to provide better pre-com- Church of Sts Constantine and Helen - by petitive information from the GSWA and far the oldest Greek Orthodox Church to the only thing that constrains them is be built in Perth (styled on Sts money.” Constantine and Helen of Kastellorizo). A Pan-Orthodox Vesper Service of Love was The Minister for State Development, Clive held with all representatives from the Brown, says the Government has already Orthodox Churches being present. promised the division an extra $20 million over four years. This show of solidarity and unity was founded in love, which unites all of us as Mr Brown says the commitment means brothers and sisters of the same Church, GSWA will receive $17 million per annum. the one Holy, Catholic (Universal) and Apostolic Orthodox Church. The Gospel The increase also coincides with the Bowler readings in the various languages of the inquiry in minerals exploration expenditure world was to show that Easter is not only which has called for public comment in an for a select few but for the whole of God’s attempt to boost flagging exploration levels. creation. 2 3 (ABC) Festivities continued throughout the week after Easter Day, and even in the week Perth Arts Festival after the Sunday of Saint Thomas (12th of goes regional May). St Andrew’s Grammar invited Bishop The Perth Arts Festival will stage regional Nikandros and the other members of the programs in the state’s north, south and clergy to attend their annual Easter Feast, east for the first time next year. with Lamb on the Spit and other tradi- tional Greek food on the menu. The full details are yet to be released but the regional events are expected to be smaller This day was a joyful occasion especially versions of the main festival program in for the young and the young at heart. The Perth. use of lamb on this day is symbolic of Jesus as the sacrificial lamb, and the lamb that Festival director Sean Doran says 2003 would take away the sin of the world. The marks the 50th anniversary of the festival lamb is a symbolic theme of the Old and and it is time to make the event accessible to New Testaments. more Western Australians. His Grace also distributed blessed red 4 5 “We’re finally extending out into the state Easter eggs to all the children in the where it will truly be a statewide festival school. The red Easter egg symbolises the that will be I think very visible and once we shedding of the blood of the New release the full details in July and October,” Testament (Matt. 26:28), The shell sym- Mr Doran said. bolises the burial in the tomb and the A large gathering of the faithful at the Church on Saturday before Easter (1) where His white and yellow of the egg inside is sym- Grace Bishop Nikandros of Doryleou served at the Byzantine - style Church of Saint bolic of the resurrection of the God-Man Nektarios in Dianella (2), (3) and (4). Jesus Christ. The egg is also a well-known THE GREEK AUSTRALIAN symbol of new life. New Humanity of Jesus Christ (2 Cor ly or unknowingly, voluntary or involun- VEMA 5:17). It is time to be sincere with our- tary for the whole of God’s Creation. Most The Resurrection of our Lord on Easter is selves and to reassess our role and priori- importantly it is a time to for us to rejoice For your advertisement a chance for our renewal, for our reconcil- ties in life. It gives us a chance to measure because Jesus Christ is Risen. Truly He is iation and for us to become a new creation. the value of human life and the grave con- Risen. ring (02) 9559 7022 It is our time to put on the New Man, the sequences of our sins committed knowing- Kosmas Damianides JUNE 2002 Greek Australian VEMA TO BHMA 7/27 Facts & Stats Is life in Australia getting better? The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) Work. Since the last recession in the early Social attachment refers to the nature Crime. Through the 1990s, there was an released a major report that helps to answer 1990s the unemployment rate has gradual- and strength of relationships people have increase in the prevalence of some of the the question: Is life in Australia getting ly declined, and the unemployment rate in with one another. It presents a number of more common personal and property better? The report Measuring Australia’s 2001 was 6.7%. indicators showing how aspects of social crimes reported to the police. According to Progress (MAP) was launched by the attachment in Australia are changing, but police statistics, for every 100,000 Australian Statistician, Dennis Trewin, at Biodiversity cannot be measured compre- none of these is given headline status. MAP Australians in 2000 there were about 2,300 the Towards Opportunity and Prosperity hensively, but some experts believe does not make an assessment as to whether instances of unlawful entry and 740 victims conference in Melbourne. Australian biodiversity declined during the these changes signal progress or regress. of assault. past decade, although protection for biodi- Mr Trewin said Measuring Australia’s versity improved. This is partly encapsulat- Progress drew on a range of ABS and other ed in a rise in the numbers of threatened data to paint a balanced and factual picture birds and mammals. so that discussion about Australia’s progress could be more informed. Land clearance. In 1999, about 470,000 hectares of native vegetation were cleared, “Measuring a nation’s progress is one of the an annual rate some 40% higher than in most important tasks that a national statis- 1991. Land clearance is one influence tical agency can take on,” he said. thought to be reducing biodiversity, as well “For almost 100 years, the ABS has been as contributing to land degradation. measuring Australia’s progress through the multitude of statistics we publish relating to Land degradation. In 2000, about 5.7 To the Reverend Clergy Australia’s economy, society and environ- million hectares of land were affected by, or the Administrative and Church Committees ment. at high risk of developing, dryland salinity, “However, for the most part, our statistical a widespread form of land degradation. the Ladies Auxiliaries publications have tended to focus on each of the Youth Organisations these three broad areas in isolation. Inland waters. Detailed national time together with the Administration of the Charitable Institutions of “St. BASIL’S” “Recent and growing public interest in the series data are not available. But a variety Homes interrelationships between economic, social of partial evidence points to a decline in the and “St. GEORGE” Orthodox Day School and environmental aspects of life have been quality of some of Australia’s waterways. In behind this new publication, which has 2000, about a quarter of Australia’s surface of the 3rd Archdiocesan District been in development for about two years. water management areas were classed as “Measuring Australia’s Progress (MAP) highly used or overused. Dearly beloved, considers some of the key aspects of progress side-by-side and discusses how Air quality. Australia’s air remains rela- Christ is Risen! they are linked with one another. tively clean by the standards of other devel- oped nations. The available indicators, such “This publication does not claim to mea- as the incidence of fine particle pollution in First of all, I would like to wish all of you the abundance of grace from the sure every aspect of progress that is impor- several cities, suggest that Australian air Risen Lord at all times. tant. Nor does it consider all of the many quality has improved during the past different ways that parts of Australia and decade, despite increased motor vehicle use. As you may have already been informed unoficially, His Grace Bishop groups of Australians are progressing. But Seraphim of Christianopolis, who had served as my representative and it does provide a national summary of many Greenhouse gas emissions in Australia of the most important areas of progress, increased by 17% between 1990 and 1999. assistant through spiritual supervision of the 3rd District of our Archdiocese, presenting them in a way which can be Australia has some of the highest per capi- has requested that he may be relieved of his duties here, and receive per- quickly understood.” ta emissions in the world, in part because of mission to return to Greece, from where he had arrived, due to health rea- our heavy reliance on fossil fuel burning sons, but also on account of his inability to adjust to local conditions of both Mr Trewin said MAP would evolve in the and also because of the Australian econo- our Archdiocese and Australia as a country. future by taking account of public feedback my’s structure. to the publication as well as changing views about progress and the availability of new National wealth, as measured in Consequently, our Church acted in accordance with the principle that no co- data. The next issue is planned for late Australia’s national balance sheet, grew worker, whether a Clergyman or layperson of any rank, should be prevent- 2003. during the 1990s. Real wealth per person ed from moving elsewhere, if that person does not feel “at ease” with our MAP presents 15 headline indicators of increased moderately (by almost 1% a year) local conditions. We therefore took the initial step of relieving him of his Australian progress over the past ten years. between 1992 and 2001. A wide ranging consultation process, along duties within the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia - in spite of the with the help of numerous experts, helped National income can be used to fund cur- very strange change of attitude from his original enthusiasm to disappoint- the ABS choose the headline areas of rent consumption of goods and services. Or ment, for reasons that appear to be totally untenable- and dutifully submitted progress and the best indicator to measure it can be saved to accumulate wealth. Real His Grace’s matter to the Ecumenical Patriarchate for a final outcome. each area. income per head grew strongly during the past decade (by 2.5% a year) - appreciably stronger growth than during the preceding This letter wishes to inform our faithful that the replacement for Adelaide shall DATA HIGHLIGHTS twenty years. be His Grace Bishop Nikandros of Dorylaiou, who served up until now as my FROM MEASURING Assistant Bishop in Perth. It should be noted, however, that he will continue AUSTRALIA’S PROGRESS Economic disadvantage and inequali- to oversee the spiritual needs in Western Australia, and travel there person- ty. The real income of less well-off ally whenever circumstances require this. Australians (those in the second and third Health. During the past decade, lowest deciles of the income distribution) Australians’ health improved - children increased between 1994-95 and 1997-98 by His Grace Bishop Nikandros will arrive in Adelaide in approximately one born in 1999 were expected to live three 5%. The incomes of better-off groups month, God willing, and I warmly request each of you to work closely with years longer than those born in 1990. increased by a similar amount. him, while giving due honour and appropriate respect, on account of both Indigenous Australians, however, can still his office and the many responsibilities entrusted to him. expect to live some 20 years less than other Housing. The commentary focuses on two Australians. social aspects of housing: housing afford- ability and houses with insufficient bed- Education and training. During the Sydney 23rd May, 2002 rooms. Although not a widespread problem, With prayers and love in the Risen Christ 1990s, the Australian population became the proportion of houses with insufficient more educated - between 1990 and 2000 the bedrooms declined during the 1990s. The proportion of people aged 25-64 years with proportion of households experiencing a vocational or higher education qualifica- problems with the affordability of their Archbishop S T Y L I A N O S tion rose from 46% to 50%. housing remained much the same over the 117131 Primate of the Greek Orthodox Church in Australia four years 1994-95 to 1997-98. JUNE 2002 8/28 TO BHMA The Greek Australian VEMA Windows to Orthodoxy A Dictionary of Orthodox Terminology

Fotios K. Litsas, Ph.D. aside the cares of life, That we may receive Confession. (Gr. Exomologisis). The act senior priest in a cathedral of a diocese; 2) University of Illinois at Chicago the King of all, Who comes invisibly escort- of confessing or acknowledgment of sins by the senior priest in a large parish; 3) the ed by the Divine Hosts. an individual before God in the presence of head of the faculty in a theological semi- a priest, who serves as a spiritual guide and nary. Chrism. (Gr. Myrron). Sanctified oil com- confessor (pneumatikos) authorized to ask posed of several ingredients and fra- for forgiveness. Deaconess. A pious lay woman assisting -C- grances, used in the sacrament of in the church as a caretaker or charity Chrismation (after Baptism). The Holy Confessor. (Omologitis). A person who worker. The practice of using deaconesses CONT. FROM PREVIOUS ISSUE Chrism in the Orthodox Church is exclu- defended and publicly confessed the Faith, in the Church was very ancient; however, it sively prepared by the Ecumenical thereby exposing himself to persecution. gradually disappeared. Catholic. (Gr. “universal, concerning the Patriarchate, blessed in a series of prepara- whole;” Sl. Sobomaya). A term describing tions and ceremonies. Holy Thursday is Consecration. (Gr. Heirotonia). The ordi- Dikirotrikera. (Gr. “set of two and three the universality of the Christian message, customarily the day of its consecration. nation of an individual to priesthood candles”). A set of two candleholders, one claimed to be theirs by the Orthodox through the sacrament of Holy Orders. double-branched candlestick and another Church. However, in the West, it has come Chrisom. (Gr. Ladopano; Sl. knzhma). A triple-branched, both used by the bishop in to mean the Roman Catholic church (v. piece of white linen for the wrapping of the Council, Ecumenical. (Gr. Synodos; Sl. blessing at the liturgy. The Dikeron (dou- Eastern Orthodox Church). infant after Baptism. The Orthodox pre- Sobor). Assembly of representatives from ble candleholder) signifies the two natures

Celibacy. The unmarried state of life. Unlike the Roman Church, Orthodoxy per- mits a clergyman to be married; however, his marriage must occur before the ordina- tion to a deacon or presbyter. Orthodox bishops are only chosen from the celibate clergy, but widowers, who have accepted monastic vows, may also be chosen.

Censer. (Gr. Thymiato; Sl. kadillo). A metal vessel hung on chains, used in church ceremonies for burning incense. There are twelve small bells attached to the chains, representing the message of the twelve Apostles.

Chalice. (Gr. Potirion; Sl. Vozduh). A large cup of silver or gold, with a long- stemmed base, used for the Eucharist. It is one of the most sacred vessels of the church and is handled only by the clergy.

Chancellor. (Gr. Protosyngelos). The chief administrator and church notary in a diocese or archdiocese. He is the immediate administrative assistant to the bishop, and handles all records, certificates, and ecclesi- astical documents of his jurisdiction.

Chant. (Gr. echos; Sl. glas). The music proper to the Orthodox services. There are eight tones or modes in the Orthodox Byzantine chant, chanted by the chanters serve it as a sacred object, since it signifies all church jurisdictions convoked for the of Christ, while the Trikeron (triple candle- or cantors. the purity and holiness of the baptized settlement of ecclesiastical or doctrinal holder) signifies the Holy Trinity. Christian. problems and disputes. The Orthodox Chanter. (Gr. Psaltis). A lay person who Church recognizes seven Ecumenical Diocese. (Gr. Episkopi). A town or fully assists the priest by chanting the responses Christology. A subject or field of dogmat- Councils. organized church district under the ecclesi- and hymns in the services or sacraments of ic theology examining the belief of the Crosier. (Gr. Ravdos or Pateritsa). The astical jurisdiction and pastoral direction of the church. Today chanters have been church and the history of beliefs about pastoral staff of a bishop, signifying his a bishop. replaced to some extent by choirs. Christ. responsibilities and the authority by which he spiritually rules his flock. Diptychs. (Gr. “folding boards”). 1) Lists Chapel. (Gr. Parekklisi[on]; Sl. Churching. (Gr. Sarantismos). A service of names for living and dead, written on Chasovnya). A side altar attached to a larg- of thanksgiving and blessing of women Crowns. (Gr. Stephana). A metal crown or cardboard for their commemoration in the er church or a small building or room built after childbirth. In the Orthodox church, wreath made of cloth in the shape of lemon liturgy. 2) An official roster of the names of exclusively or arranged for the worship of this rite is performed on the fortieth day blossoms, with which the priest “crowns” the heads of Orthodox jurisdictions read God. A chapel can belong either to an insti- after birth and is reminiscent of the Old the newlyweds during the sacrament of during the liturgy by concelebrating bish- tution, or can be part of a parish church. Testament ceremony of purification (Lev. Matrimony. The crowns are white, signify- ops, or the head of an ecclesiastical jurisdic- 12: 2-8) and the presentation of Jesus at ing purity, and represent the power that is tion. Chasuble. (Gr. feloni[on]; Sl. felon). A the Temple (Luke 2: 22-29). given to the newlyweds to become “king sleeveless garment worn by the presbyter and queen” of their home. Dismissal. (Gr. Apolysis; Sl. Otpust). The in the celebration of the liturgy. Short in Communion. (Gr. koinonia). The receiv- closing prayers and benediction, including front, with an elongated back, and an open- ing of the sacrament of the Eucharist after the dismissal hymn (Apolytikion) in church ing for the head, it is one of the most proper preparation, fasting, and confes- service. ancient vestments of the Church, symbol- sion. Orthodox Christians are encouraged -D- izing the seamless coat of Christ. to receive communion as often as possible. Deacon. (Gr. “assistant, servant”). The Dogma. Basic beliefs and truths contained first of the three orders of priesthood. A in the Bible and the Holy Tradition of the Cherubic Hymn. (Gr. “the song of the Compline. (Gr. Apodeipnon; Sl. Velikoye deacon is not permitted to perform the Church as defined by the Ecumenical angels”). Liturgical hymn sung after the PovecheAye). A worship service performed sacraments, but assists the bishop and the Councils and the Fathers of the Church. Gospel-reading and during the Great after dusk. It is often combined with presbyter in the Eucharist and other ser- Dogma is studied by the field of dogmatic Entrance. Its text in English is as follows: Vespers, to form an all-night vigil. There is vices or ministries of the church. theology. We, who mystically represent the a Great Champlain and its abridgement, Cherubim, And chant the thrice-holy known as Little Champlain. Dean. (Gr. Proistamenos). An honorary hymn to the Life-giving Trinity, Let us set title given to a presbyter, meaning: 1) the Cont. page 11/31 JUNE 2002 The Greek Australian VEMA TO BHMA 9/29

Cont. from previous page ing upon his chest and signifying his episco- vidual is excluded from the communion and pal office. Epitrachelion. (Gr. “about the neck”). One fellowship of the Church, for committing and of the most important vestments hanging remaining obstinate in certain sins. -E- Entrance. (Gr. Eisodos). The solemn pro- from the neck down to the feet. An Orthodox cession of the celebrating clergy carrying the priest must wear this particular vestment to Easter. (Gr. Pascha or Lambri). The feast Gospel at the liturgy, after the antiphons perform a sacrament. -F- day of the resurrection of Christ, known also (Small Entrance), and carrying the Holy as “the Feast of Feasts.” It is the greatest Gifts during the chanting of the cherubic Equal to the Apostles. (Gr. Isapostolos). Fanar. The Greek neighborhood of Orthodox festival, celebrated the Sunday fol- hymn (Great Entrance). An honorary title given to saints such as St. Constantinople (Istanbul) where the lowing the first full moon after the Spring Constantine and Sts. Cyril and Methodios Ecumenical Patriarchate is situated. equinox. Epanokalymafko. The monastic black veil for their missionary work in the Church. It is a movable feast and the dates of the hanging over the back of the kalymafki of a Fathers of the Church. (Gr. Pateres). other movable feasts of the Orthodox celibate Orthodox clergyman, especially the Eschatology. (Gr. “the last things to hap- Pious and educated individuals, most of Church are calculated from it. prelate of a church (see kalymafki). Some pen”). The theological field concerned with them bishops, who lived during the first Orthodox prelates of Slavic background wear life after death, especially the “last things,” eight centuries of Christianity. Ecclesia. (Gr. “the gathering of the peo- white epanokalymafko. i.e., the state of the dead, the Second Coming They wrote extensively, taught, explained, ple”). 1) The gathering of the faithful at the of Christ, and the Final Judgment. and defended the faith of the Church. church for worship and fellowship; 2) the Eparchy. (Gr. “province, region”). An eccle- The most important Orthodox Fathers are: church where the liturgy is celebrated; 3) the siastical jurisdiction headed by a bishop, met- Euchologion. (Gr. “the book of prayers;” St. Basil the Great, St. Gregory of Nazianzus, Church as the Body of Christ.

Ecclesiastical. Whatever deals or pertains to Church and its life.

Ecclesiology. The branch of theology studying the nature, constitution, function, and membership of the Church.

Ecumenical Patriarchate. The “First Among Equals” of all the Orthodox auto- cephalous churches and was founded by St. Andrew the Apostle. Visit the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople home page for more information, historical notes, encyclicals, official documents, and photo ropolitan, or archbishop. Sl. Sluzhebnik). A liturgical book used by the St. Gregory of Nyssa, St. John Chrysostom, and video galleries. clergy, containing the various services, sacra- St. Athanasius the Great, St. Cyril of Epigonation. (Gr. “on the knee;” Sl. Palitsa ments and prayers required for the adminis- Alexandria, and St. John of Damascus. Ecumenism. The movement of Christian or Nabedrennik). An oblong or rhomboidal tration of sacraments and other ceremonies Churches toward a mutual understanding of vestment (approx. 12 x 12 inches) suspended and services of the Church. Filioque. (Lat. “and from the Son”). their problems and the concept of unity and from the belt and hung over the right side Theological term referring to the procession love willed by Christ. above the knee of a clergyman of higher Evangelists. The authors of the Gospels of the Holy Spirit. Its insertion in the Creed rank. It signifies the cloth used by Christ to (Evangelia) who, according to Church belief, by the Roman Church (1009 A.D.) became Ektenial. (Gr. “long” or “elongated”). wipe his disciples’ feet before the Last Supper were inspired by God in the writing of the one of the main causes for the schism Petitions or litanies used in Orthodox ser- and also the sword of the Spirit, which is the Bible. between the Orthodox and Catholic vices, particularly in the liturgy. Word of God. The Evangelists are Matthew, Mark, Luke, Churches. They refer to the world in general, peace, and John. In the Orthodox Church they are leadership and those in need. The response Epiklesis. (Gr. Epiklesis) Special prayer or symbolically represented by a man, a lion, an to an ektenial petition is: “Lord have mercy” petition by the Priest to “invoke” or to call ox, and an eagle respectively. -G- upon the Holy Spirit, in order that God’s Encyclical. (Gr. “moving in a circle”; “cir- Grace will descend for the consecration of the Exaposteilarion. (Gr. “dispatching”). A Guardian Angel. (Gr. Phylakas Angelos). culating”). A letter by the head of an Holy Gifts at the Eucharist. special hymn sung at Matins after the The Orthodox believe that certain angels are Orthodox jurisdiction (Archbishop or Canon. It refers to Christ’s activity after the appointed by God at baptism to guide and Patriarch) to those under his spiritual Epiphany. (Gr. Theophania; Sl. Bogo- Resurrection, particularly His dispatching of protect each faithful. A prayer of the authority. yavleniye). The feast commemorating the the disciples to preach to the world. Orthodox Liturgy asks for “an angel of The content of such a letter may vary but it baptism of Christ in the Orthodox Church Peace, a faithful guide and guardian of our must refer to specific administrative or spiri- (January 6), and celebrating the “manifesta- Exapteryga. (Gr. “six-winged angels”). soul and bodies.” tual topics concerning the faithful. tion” of God in the Holy Trinity. Metallic banners adorned with representa- tions of angels carried at various processions God-parents. (Godfather, Gr. Nounos; Engainia. (Gr. “blessing for renewal”). The Epitaphios. (Gr. “on the tomb;” Sl. of church services. Godmother, Gr. Nouna).Sponsors at ceremony of consecration of a new church, Plaschanitsa). 1) The winding sheet on Baptism and Chrismation taking the respon- conducted only by a bishop. It is performed which the dead body of Christ is sewn or Exarch. (Gr. “representative with full sibility for the faith and spiritual develop- before the Eucharist, and it mainly consists painted, representing his shroud. 2) An orna- authority”). The head of an ecclesiastical ment of the newly-born Christian. The of the washing of the Holy Table of the altar, mented bier representing the tomb of Christ. jurisdiction, usually an Archbishop, repre- Orthodox people highly regard the spiritual the depositing of relics in it, and the blessing On Good Friday the Epitaphios is placed on senting the head of the Church (i.e., bond and relationship between godparents of the church icons. the bier, which is adorned with flowers, and Patriarch) in the administration of a nation- and their godchildren, and marriage is carried in a procession representing the al Church. between them is prohibited.. Engolpion. (Gr. “upon the chest”). The funeral of Christ. 3) The special service on bishop’s medallion, usually of enamel and Good Friday evening commemorating the Excommunication. (Gr. Aphorismos). A TO BE CONTINUED richly decorated with precious stones, hang- burial of Christ. penalty or censure by which a baptized indi- IN NEXT MONTH’S ISSUE Questions & Answers guide and direction. In the tradition of our Church, such a From the Orthodox Church: 455 Questions and Answers, by Stanley Q What is a Spiritual Father? guide is usually a bishop, priest or monk. S. Harakas, published by Light and Life. This is the ‘spiritual father’. In Greek we call him ‘pnev- If you have any questions about the Orthodox faith which you In Orthodoxy, the purpose of our lives is to grow in matikos pateras’. In the Slavonic tradition he is called would like answered in the VEMA, send them to A P.O.Box M59 Marrickville South, the image of God, achieving with God’s active help a spiri- ‘staretz’. If you are serious about your spiritual growth as a NSW 2204, or email them to: tual growth called ‘God’s likeness’ or ‘Theosis’. It is a grave Christian, you will seek out and receive the guidance of a error, however, to try to do this by ourselves, without a spiritual father. [email protected] JUNE 2002 10/30 TO BHMA The Greek Australian VEMA Profile George Peter Vamvakaris Arriving in Australia in 1911, George Vamvakaris (Harris) was a pioneer Greek- Australian in the butcher shop business George was born on the island of not met by him. Under US law it Kythera in Greece on 31 July, was illegal to stay in America with- 1888. out a sponsor and so George was sent back to Greece. In 1910, upon George’s parents were Panayotis arrival in Greece, he joined the (1847 - 1911) and Ekaterini merchant navy. The key to his Notaras (1857 - 1937). Panayotis business success was discovered was a farmer and lived in the vil- during this period when he pur- lage called Vamvakarathika, chased tobacco, shoelaces, razors Kythera. The name “Vamvaka- etc. and sold them on board the ris” means cotton grower, which ship to his fellow-workers at a prof- originated from Asia Minor, the it. only region in Smyrna that pro- As Australia had no restrictions on duces cotton. The Vamvakaris immigrants arriving without a family parish was, and still is, sponsor and knowing that there Agios Theodoros. Panayotis and were fellow-Kytherians in Ekaterini are buried in the church Australia, George decided to go to cemetery. The “templo” was Australia in 1911. Again, George donated by George and his wife worked for his fellow-Kytherians Eleni, complete with their names in restaurants in Sydney and then engraved on it. They also con- decided to open his own restaurant tributed to major maintenance of in Bathurst Street. To economize, the church. George’s church he was running the business on his membership in Australia was at own with an imaginary person the parish of St Sophia Cathedral, assisting in the kitchen called Dowling Street, Darlinghurst “Maria” whom he would call out to where he was on the committee when customers placed an order to Wedding Photo, George and Eleni Vamvakaris, 1924. and where he attended church make sure they did not leave. A every Sunday. three course meal cost sixpence (5 cents). Greece where he had income from who were all born above the shop out. He was fortunate to travel on George had four sisters - Vretoula, Australia and also a house in with the assistance of a midwife. the last ship back to Australia. In Chrisso (married to Nikolaos After, he opened another restau- Athens. In Athens he met the 1944, his son Peter was sent to an Caredes), Kiparisoula (married to rant in George Street (near the Karonis family who were from Later, George also sponsored from island off New Guinea called New George Poulis) and Eleni (married Rocks). At this time, the local Tripolis in the Peloponnese. They Greece his brothers-in-law, Spiro Britain as part of the Australian to Kaminelis). butcher wanted to increase his got in touch with their relative and Andrew Karonis who also army. He returned home with prices. George being brought up in Eleni Karonis in Tripolis and sug- resided above the same butcher malaria and spent many months George attended the local primary a world of need, went to other gested she come to Athens to meet shop. George then sponsored from in hospital recovering. school in the neighbouring village butchers to see what their prices a kalo pedi/palikari. In due time, Greece, his sister-in-law Loula of Aroniathika. At the age of 11, were and he ultimately found a she was introduced to George and (Mrs Theo Varvaressos) and his After the war, George bought four George was sent to France for a competitive butcher at Taylor a marriage was arranged and held mother-in-law Theophany. They more butcher shop businesses as short while to work. He then went Square, George Steele. So, George on 13 May, 1924. resided in a house in Kensington well as the properties which were to Egypt because the family was being the dealer that he was, that George had purchased. all situated along Oxford Street. poor and he was responsible for became an agent selling meat to The married couple had the inten- He also bought other real estate providing a dowry for each sister. other businesses. George Steele tion of remaining in their home- George and Eleni had nicknames and advised other people to do so. In Egypt he learnt English, French took a liking to George and sold land. However, George lost a lot of for each other. George was “O He was a great believer in bricks and Arabic. His occupation was him his business. The business money on the stock exchange and, Bossis” and Eleni was “I Mrs.” and mortar. working in the kitchens of restau- flourished under George’s direc- as they had two children, they rants. From this, he discovered a tion. He was the first Greek butch- decided to return to Australia in During the 1930s, George and George was a very social man and flair for cooking which he would er in Sydney and possibly in 1927. They traveled from Greece Eleni changed their name by deed was well liked and respected in the utilise later in Australia. Australia (c. 1920). Later, he to Australia by ship and they took poll to “Harris” as it was difficult Greek community. He was a bought the property. with them George’s niece Eleni for Australians to pronounce member of the Kytherian Brother- He was invited to the USA by an Poulis (now Eleni Notaras, Vamvakaris. hood and once served as treasurer. uncle. However, on arrival he was In 1923, George returned to Canberra ACT), his sister-in-law After attending the Sunday liturgy Ekaterini (Mrs George Koutso- In 1938, George and Eleni pur- at church, he would take his horse Christian Dior, Gucci, Trussardi giannis) and their two children chased a house in Bellevue Hill to Centennial Park. He often took Peter (1925 - 1975) and Ekaterini from a fellow butcher. They were his family on outings on Sundays Katerina + Kyriacos Mavrolefteros (b. 1927). During the sea journey, one of the few Greek families in to Coogee Beach, Bondi Beach, La Eleni Malanos & Mary Kambos Ekaterini who was eight months Bellevue Hill at that time. Perouse and Watsons Bay where old, died and was buried in Eleni was also the first Greek he would study the Sydney OPTOMETRISTS Fremantle. woman in Sydney to attain her dri- Morning Herald which helped him ver’s license. She was the family improve his already good English. Arriving in Sydney in 1927, the chauffeur as George did not attain family resided with Harry Samios his license until much later. He All George and Eleni’s six surviv- who had a shop and dwelling in bought a black 1939 Buick which ing children married and between George Street in the city. They was used for business and plea- them they had 22 children. Their 874 Anzac Parade, Maroubra Junction later moved to the butcher shop in sure. grandchildren have collectively (at Bus stop, on RTA block) Bourke Street,Taylor Square and had children. TEL: (02) 9314-0393 ran that business.George and Also, in 1938, George traveled to Eleni had another 7 children: the USA on the liner “The Queen George departed this life on 1

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Health news WITH DR. THEO PENKLIS CROUP: THE SIGNS CAN BE SERIOUS!! WHAT IS CROUP? in the bathroom with the hot taps running. Croup is a common viral infection of the Nursing the child in this atmosphere will upper airways. It involves inflammation of usually settle mild attacks. It is important the larynx (the voice box), the trachea to keep the child calm. (windpipe) and bronchi(large airways in The child should be given paracetamol for the lungs). fever. Croup is a special problem to children , in that children normally have narrow air THE SERIOUS SIGNS passages, and when inflammation occurs in these airways, the airway can become If the croup is not settling with steam, the much narrower. This narrowing of the air- danger signs are when breathing becomes way makes it difficult for air to flow difficult. The child may become pale and through the narrow airways , so the child blue. The breast bone of the chest sucks in has difficulty breathing. ing or grunting noise. Stridor can be a seri- Most episodes of croup are due to viral on breathing. The child may develop stri- Croup usually occurs in children from six ous sign. infection. The viruses infect the young chil- dor. months to three years, but can occur in dren and cause swelling in the airways The child’s condition can deteriorate rapid- children up to six years. The younger the WHY CROUP OCCURS which leads to the symptoms. ly which is why severe cases usually need child, the more susceptible they will be to treatment in hospital where steroid (corti- croup. Croup tends to occur in the winter When one breathes, air passes through the TREATMENT OF CROUP sone) treatment either by mouth or spray months The symptoms often get worse larynx and trachea into the lungs. With may be required. during the night because the air is colder at croup, the voice box and windpipe become The treatment of croup in its mild stages The real danger in croup is of complete air- this time. inflamed and partly blocked. The blockage consists of reassuring the child, a fright- ways obstruction. In rare cases where chil- occurs because the lining of the airways ened child takes rapid shallow breaths dren are slow to respond to steroids and THE SYMPTOMS OF CROUP becomes swollen ,and thick mucous sticks which don’t get much air into the lungs, humidified air, these children may need to to the walls of the windpipe. When breath- and placing the child in a situation where be in hospital to have a tube inserted in the The main symptoms of croup are a harsh ing in, this blockage causes the windpipe to the air is moist or humidified. Steam is a trachea to maintain their airway. ‘barking’ cough and noisy breathing. partly collapse. A similar thing happens useful method of loosening the secretions Remember, croup is a viral illness. It can be when you suck hard on a straw. in the blocked airway and allows the child dangerous because it can cause breathing Croup usually begins as a normal cold, Younger children who have small soft to breathe more easily. difficulties which may become so serious then a sore throat, hoarse voice and fever windpipes get into the most trouble. How- Parents are advised to take the child to the that airway obstruction can occur. may follow. The cough is hollow sounding, ever, as they grow, the size and strength of bathroom and make the air warm and usually called a ‘barking cough’ and is very the windpipe increases and the less likely it moist by running the hot water taps or a Always, keep the child calm, treat with characteristic. Sometimes ‘stridor’ can is to collapse when inflamed. This is why steaming hot shower. The child must moist or humidified air and seek help early develop. This is like a high-pitched wheez- croup is less common in older children. never be put under the shower or left alone if concerned.

St Andrew's Greek Orthodox Theological College in cooperation with The Centre for Ecumenical Studies

Presents a Five-Day Winter School entitled: "Looking Beyond Division" Monday 15th July to Friday 19th July 2002

What's the topic all about? How will it be done? This course introduces people to the study of ecumenics. It will examine The course does not presume that participants have a strong theological the biblical and theological basis for ecumenism, explore the history of the background. Students may undertake this course towards a recognized ter- ecumenical movement, and discuss issues pertaining to Faith and Order tiary degree by completing assessment requirements. Classes will consist and to reconciliation. of lectures, media presentations and discussion.

What will be done? Location: St Andrew's Greek Orthodox Theological College, 242 Cleveland Monday 15th July Street, Redfern, NSW. Parking available on the grounds. Introduction to the course: 'imperatives for unity"; Bible study on the theme of unity; Session Times: 9.30am - 4.00pm each day. The library of the Theological The Early Church's strategies for maintaining unity amidst diversity College will be open during these hours. Tuesday 16th July History of the Modern Ecumenical Movement: 1910 - 2002; Course Coordinator Stages of Unity and Covenanting (incl. video) Rev. Dr Ray Williamson, Wednesday 17th July Executive Secretary, NSW Ecumenical Council The Roman Catholic Church and the Ecumenical Movement; Developments in Faith and Order; Guest Presenters include… Examination of key ecumenical documents on Baptism, Eucharist, Ministry, Archbishop Stylianos, Primate, Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia Church Dr Gideon Goosen, Australian Catholic University Thursday 18th July Rev. Dr Gerard Kelly, Catholic Institute of Sydney Ecumenical Dialogue; Assoc. Prof. Alanna Nobbs, Macquarie University The Orthodox Churches and the Ecumenical Movement; Sister Lorraine Phelan, NSW Ecumenical Council Contemporary issues in ecumenism Friday 19th July This course is open to all interested persons. Mission and reconciliation in the Australian context; Enrolments close Thursday 11th July 2002. Diakonia expressed through overseas partnerships and a ministry to For more information contact the Registrar, Tasos Kalogerakis, refugees on 9319 6145 or via [email protected]. JUNE 2002 Greek Australian VEMA TO BHMA 17/37 What’s New - N.S.W. FUNCTION RAISES $75,000 FOR ST. ANDREW’S THEOLOGICAL COLLEGE

On Friday, 17th May, a gala night of music and entertainment was held at ‘The Palais’ Function Centre, Leichhardt in order to raise money for St. Andrew’s Greek Ortho- dox Theological College. The function was a great success with a grand total of $75, 000 raised on the night. The organisers were a committee of three: Steve Onoufriadis, Sandra Gav and Mari- anne Penklis. Steve is the owner of ‘The Palais’ and waived the costs of the food and drink on the night. This contributed to the enormous profit made. The remainder of the $75,000 was raised through raffles and a live auction, and from some individual donations, including a very generous contribution from Mr. Nick Bala- giannis of $10 000. Present on the night were His Eminence Archbishop Stylianos,Dean of the College, His Excellency The Ambassador for Greece Mr. Fotios Xydas, His Grace Bishop His Eminence blesses the dinner Seraphim, His Excellency The Consul-Gen- eral for Greece Mr. Evangelos Damianakis otoglou, Dr. Vrasidas Karailis and Mr. Effie), DJ ‘Black Express’ -Con Andrews , A great time was had by all. All proceeds and Mrs. Damianakis. Michael Diamond, Vice-Chairman of the greek band- ‘Paradisos’, and Latin Beat from the evening will go directly to St. Also present were great benefactors of the Archdiocesan Council. Ballroom Dancers. Andrew’s Greek Orthodox Theological Col- College Sir Arthur and Lady George, Mr. The 380 guests were entertained on the Masters of Ceremonies for the evening were lege- training priests and teachers for the Sotirios Gounelas, Dr. Alexander Cari- night by Mary Coustas (also known as John and Tanny Mangos. future of our community. Laiki Bank’s First Enjoy your semester break - but don’t bring travel Anniversary bugs back to Australia

International students who will be return- ray machines at all of Australia’s interna- ing to Australia after semester breaks are tional airports. being reminded that tough new quarantine “That means that up to 100 percent of pas- laws are in force at Australia’s airports, with sengers will be screened regardless of almost all bags being checked by X-ray whether they have items to declare. machines, detector dogs or quarantine inspectors. “On-the-spot fines for minor quarantine Australian Quarantine and Inspection Ser- breaches recently doubled to $220. Over the vice (AQIS) public awareness officer Jacin- past few months courts have imposed a da Geritz says that international students total of $130,000 in fines to travellers who need to remember just how seriously Aus- tried to smuggle items including meat, dairy tralia takes quarantine. products, and plant material into Aus- “An international student arriving in Bris- tralia,” Jacinda says. bane recently was fined more than seven thousand dollars for trying to smuggle less All travellers must declare items that con- than a kilogram of meat,” Jacinda says. tain wood, feathers, seeds or rawhide. They should clean all footwear and camping or “In the past 12 months AQIS has recruited sporting equipment, and avoid bringing around 1200 extra staff and 35 more detec- back and meat, dairy products, or plant tor dog teams, and has installed 48 new X- material.

Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia His Eminence with Laiki Bank Chief Mr Kikis Lazarides, Consul General of Greece in GREEK WELFARE CENTRE Sydney Mr Evangelos Damianakis, Greek Consulate Commercial Officer Stephanos 378A King St Newtown Voudouris and Laiki Banks representative Mr Sotiris Hatzikyriakou. Tel: (02) 9516 2188

Labor MLC John Hatzistergos extended it,” Mr Hatzistergos commented. the State Government’s congratulations “Young professionals are using their DRUG AND ALCOHOL MEDICAL ADVICE to the Laiki Bank on its first anniversary Greek language skills and understanding of operations. of Greek culture to boost trade and invest- AND INFORMATION SERVICE Attending Laiki Bank’s first anniversary ment with Greece, Cyprus and the Euro- celebrations he conveyed the Premier’s pean Union. This is a free and confidential service for individuals and families affected message emphasising the banks success in “The growing commercial and financial effectively working with the respected links between Australia and Greece/ by drug and alcohol abuse. Greek Australian Business community. Cyprus are symbolised by the presence of “Greek Australians are doing business all Laiki Bank. The service will be provided by a Greek speaking medical practitioner and over the world and opening doors for Aus- “I extend the Premier’s congratulations to counsellors, and will offer: tralian products, services and expertise. Mitos Michaelas and his expanding team * Individual medical assessment “It is a community that will continue to on an impressive performance over the * Information about treatment options prosper and contribute to Australia. Laiki past twelve months. I join him in wishing * Counselling and family support Bank is in a good position to tap into this you every success in the future,” Mr growth and build strong foundations upon Hatzistergos concluded. Telephone 9516 2188 to book an appointment. JUNE 2002 18/38 TO BHMA The Greek Australian VEMA

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500 gms rigatoni pasta reasons many of these men reached France were made at La Cote by the 4 tbs olive oil remarkable ages, is that they practised Visitandines; The Sisters of Niort first 4 tbs Parmesan cheese omophagy, eating all their foods raw with preserved angelica; the orange-flower 3 eggs, separated all their enzymes intact. cakes of the Sisters of Chateau Thierry salt and pepper to taste But this was far too difficult for most were known far and wide, and the Sauce: men. Hence the cenobitical monastic tra- Ursulines of Belley possessed a recipe for 2 tbs olive oil dition came into being, where several comfits of undreamed of delicacy.” 1 medium onion, finely chopped monks lived together, sharing not only The book I have in my hands, Monastic 2-3 cloves garlic, finely chopped their prayers but also other everyday Cuisine by the Archimandrite Dositheos 1 can tuna (160 gms) tasks, such as building a common abode, (in Greek only I am afraid, but already in 4 tomatoes, peeled and chopped finely a place to pray, cultivating plants and its seventh edition), would not rate a s alt, pepper, cinnamon trees, making wells, cooking, and often notice by a confirmed gourmet. But the ministering to the needs of nearby com- over 250 meatless recipes offer great vari- Saute the onion and garlic; add the rest of the munities. This gave rise to the monaster- ety, simplicity, straightforwardness, and sauce ingredients with a little water and simmer ies and convents, more or less as we know an honest traditional outlook I find very until done. Boil the pasta for about 12 minutes them today. appealing. Perhaps the history of monas- and strain. Beat the egg whites until stiff then fold Monasteries flourished during the tic cuisine is still unwritten, but Father in the beaten egg yolks, olive oil and cheese. Place BY CONNIE PHILLIPSON Byzantine era, but Byzantine life had Dositheos has furnished some valuable the pasta in a greased casserole dish and pour over more than its share of ups and downs. As materials. A sample is the oven rigatoni the egg and cheese mixture. Take spoonfuls of the AS A recent book on monastic cuisine a result, many emperors, empresses, with tuna which appears in the recipes sauce mixture and pour over the pasta. Place in a maintains, its story has never been told. princes, princesses, generals, senators, section. preheated oven of about 200C/400F for about 10 Presumably this is because monks are and other worthies ended up in monas- minutes and serve hot. assumed to live frugally, and as a conse- teries and convents. These men and quence their cuisine is not worth the women, often occupying top positions in Zucchini and rice dish bother. This is partly true of course, but the monastic hierarchy, were simply not (Serves 4-6) partly and patently false. Obviously some accustomed to the culinary asperity of explanations are necessary here. monastic life. Some demanded and were 1 kilo zucchini, cut in slices The word “monk” ultimately derives exempted from the meatless diet. Others 1 cup Carolina rice from the Greek monachos, meaning soli- brought their cooks with them. Slowly, 3 tomatoes, peeled and chopped finely tary, alone, by oneself. The word graphi- the diet of the monks improved consider- 1 tbs tomato paste cally describes the first monks, who were ably, and that of the fathers or mothers 6 shallots, finely chopped spiritual personalities who wished to superior to the point of becoming out- 6 mint leaves, finely chopped occupy themselves only with the divine. right scandalous. 3-4 cloves garlic, finely chopped They chose to live alone in deserted Some of the great gastronomes of the 1/3 cup olive oil places, and they were called by various 19th and earlier centuries were abbots salt, cayenne pepper to taste names in Greek, such as asketes, from with renowned tastes and appetites. As 2 cups boiling water which we get our word “ascetic”, ana- Brillat-Savarin wrote with exquisite sar- choretes from which we have casm when discussing gourmands of the Lay the zucchini slices in a large pan. Mix the rest “anchorite”, eremites that gave us “her- church, “Of all who seek the salvation of of the ingredients together in a bowl and place mit”, and so on. They lived mostly on their souls, the greater number choose over the zucchini. Pour over the boiling water. wild plants, water-softened legumes, wild the smoothest path.” He adds: “The old Press the rice lightly with a spoon so it will be honey, leading a life known as apyros, a conventual abbeys were the very stores of immersed in the water. Bake in a preheated oven word that means “fireless”, that is, with- all that is most toothsome.” And in a foot- of about 180C/375F until the rice is done and all out the benefits of fire. In this case natu- note he explains why certain persons so the liquid has evaporated. rally, one can hardly speak of a cuisine or sadly mourn their dissolution by the Apple Banana anything resembling it. But one of the French Revolution: “The best liqueurs in SOURCE: ATHENS NEWS Breakfast Crunch

Looking for a change of pace from your regular breakfast? Break away from your boxed cereal and transform your morning into something truly unique. Wine Review Serve with a rich, steaming cup of By Imogen Coward Nescafe coffee. Yarra Ridge this wine is particularly good value for money. Aromas of citrus and grass Estimated Times with a hint of flowers lead up to rich citrus flavours and a long and linger- Pinot Noir 2000 ing finish. Preparation time: 5 mins This young wine is good to drink now and is well suited to chicken, fish, Cooking time: 10 mins A Victorian red, this wine displays a deep red-purple vegetables and mild cheeses. colour and a spicy and somewhat heady nose. The Ingredients flavours are predominately of spice and plums with Cost: under $20 a little oak. Although not as smooth as some of its 2 packages (12-oz.) STOUFFER’S French or New Zealand counterparts this wine is full Escalloped Apples, prepared accord- bodied and has good length. Suitable for cellaring Trentham Estate ing to package directions until 2005, this wine compliments game and other Murphy’s Lore 1999 2(8-oz.) banana yogurt strongly flavoured dishes. 1 cup banana crunch-style cereal Made from a blend of Shiraz and Cabernet this cost: under $30 wine is full bodied but soft and smooth. The nose Directions displays ripe berry flavours with a hint of mint T’Gallant Imogen imparted by the Cabernet. COMBINE yogurt and cereal in small The taste of berries, plums, spice, chocolate and bowl. Pinot Gris 2000 mint is well rounded. Extra complexity is added by SPOON one-half package of escal- a hint of oak. It is almost at its best now and should loped apples into 4 dessert dishes; top I must confess to buying it purely because of the be served with roasts or strong pasta meals. with one-quarter of yogurt mixture. name (its kind of nice to find a wine with the same name as yourself...). At almost $20 a bottle, cost: under $20 Serving Size: 4 JUNE 2002 20/40 TO BHMA The Greek Australian VEMA Travel NAFPAKTIA: The mountains and their remote villages

BY DIANA FARR LOUIS is home to a monastery with a famous icon. The story is that during the Ottoman con- IN THE old days, even fifteen years ago, quest of Thessaly in the 15th century, the you had to be tough to venture into most of fighting was so intense that the icon, which Greece’s mountains. And I don’t mean just had been happily hanging in a church in to walk or hike amongst the glorious peaks Ambelakia, spirited itself out of danger and or verdant upper pastures. Surviving the wound up in the woods above the village, nights in a bleak, unheated room under a then and until fairly recently called Kozitsa. pile of scratchy blankets required even There it radiated an otherworldly glow sterner stuff. which eventually caught the notice of a The tavernas were invariably enclosed by passerby. The icon is reputedly the creation plate-glass windows more suitable for of St Luke and, like the other paintings balmy climes, the penetrating chill dulled by attributed to him, almost entirely covered a small potbellied stove and immoderate with intricately worked gold sheeting, quantities of rough local wine. Often we which could easily have shone like a beacon slept fully clothed. I have fond memories of given a little sunlight. Whether you believe those days, though I’m not sure I want to Two beautiful views by the sea in miracles or not, it is quite beautiful, and repeat them. occupies pride of place next to the monastery’s other treasure, the forearm of Now, one doesn’t have to suffer. There are and then took himself off to Cleveland, St Polycarp of Smyrna, also swathed in signs that a revolution is taking place in for- where he eventually opened a restaurant. gold. merly remote mountain regions. The popu- He named it Crystal. Before long he owned The most remarkable thing about this tale, lation may have moved out but in the past five or six restaurants and had made however, was that it was told to me by a decade weekenders are moving in, attracted enough money to return to his native land. woman who appears to commute between by comfortable, cosy hotels, eateries with He opened a hotel in Athens and called it Kozitsa and Sydney. fireplaces and cafe-bars where espresso is Crystal, too, and then decided to do the After delivering a small sermon on the more popular than a “vari glyko”. same in Ano Hora. The village elders desig- superiority of Orthodoxy to other religions, In the Vardoussia range above Nafpaktos, a nated a site at the entrance to Ano Hora, she darted down the hill to the village prop- wild area of precipitous peaks, dense fir and building started. That was ten years er, not even bothering to follow the path. forests and a smattering of deserted vil- ago. Yiorgos lived to see its inauguration We caught up with her again in the lages, this revolution is especially evident with twenty rooms and baptised it. cafe/general store, where three old boys and all the more surprising for being so You could call this third Crystal, expanded were engaged in desultory conversation. unexpected. Oreini Nafpaktia has always to sixty rooms in what some would call the been one of Greece’s poorest regions, along middle of nowhere, “to xenodocheio tou trel- The Port of Nafpaktos as seen from the Castle The room was too big and empty to be wel- with Epirus. It was also as untamed as lou” or the madman’s hotel, but his dream coming, but they assured me it would be Agrafa, unwritten being synonymous with was to bring life back to his languishing more common to Mykonos, from powder- packed as soon as the temperatures rose untaxed, by the Turks, that is. hamlet. And with his grandsons, Thanasis puff blue and emerald green to pompadour and families started coming up from And even if taxes had been collectible, what and Andreas, in charge and introducing pink. Although many of them are in rea- Nafpaktos. They told me that fifteen people would have been the tariff on the potatoes, modern concepts, the dream doesn’t seem sonably good condition, the emptiness can lived there permanently, but besides an old timber, honey and tsipouro that were such a folly. bring on a fit of melancholy. Not so long ago woman clucking to her unresponsive goat Nafpaktia’s main products? In fact, people Ano Hora had 5,000 permanent inhabi- we didn’t see another soul. were its chief exports. Some men travelled Whatever the reason, demand has grown tants, now there are sixteen, not counting Because of the monastery, though, the road around Greece, selling their skills as enough to support two more hotels in Ano the hotel staff. Kato Hora, once bustling to Kozitsa is, surprisingly, fully asphalted. I masons; others worked in factories, while Hora, plus one each in the neighbouring vil- with the gossip of 400 people, now has only say surprisingly because it’s rare to find many, many villagers wound up in the lages of Terpsithea, Ambelakiotissa and two, the forest ranger and his wife. Our first more than a dirt track in such isolated United States. Kato Hora, while Ano Hora also has a sprin- impression was one of abandonment and places. It weaves and slithers through thick Funnily enough, the revival in Ano Hora is kling of new tavernas and bars. filled us with dismay. We thought of stran- fir forests and groves of plane trees, provid- the last chapter in a typical Greek-strikes-it- It must be said that these villages cannot be gling the friends whose raves had brought ing glimpses of sharp, snow-streaked sum- rich-in-America story. Fifty years ago, with compared to Epirus’s Zagorohoria, whose us so far. By the time we’d had lunch and mits and distant hamlets. But sometimes it five dollars in his pocket Yiorgos stalwart stone houses are architectural jew- talked to several amiable locals, they were seems to teeter on the brink of the Kakavos Papaioannidis sailed off to Ellis Island, els. Their slate roofs have almost all been in our good graces again. gorge that slices through the crags separat- spent a few years working on the railroads replaced by red tiles and almost all of them Ambelakiotissa, about 15 kilometres away, ing Kozitsa and Ano Hora. have wooden balconies, painted in colours

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By 393AD, when Emperor their revival. In 2004, Greece will be Fifty new Security Did you know? Theodosius abolished the event called upon to empower the Olympic for being too ‘pagan’, over 290 Movement once again, placing sport at The long journey of the Olympic Olympic Games had been held. the service of peace. Officers Games began more than 2,700 years But despite the abolishment of ago. Records of Olympic history show the Games, the Olympic Ideals The city of Athens will offer a at ATHENS 2004 that the ancient Olympic Games were survived the centuries and were unique Olympic experience in a held in Greece as early as in 776 BC. It eventually revived by the French safe and secure environment. An was then that the basis of the Olympic Baron Pierre de Coubertin. In environment greatly improved Movement began to evolve into a phi- 1896 the first Modern Olympic through infrastructure projects losophy of life: exalting and combining Games were held in Athens and as varied as the construction of the qualities of body, will, and mind in since that time have been on a modern competition venues and a balanced whole. journey around the world for the development of a state-of-the- Out of this philosophy the Olympic more than a century. art transportation network. And Ideals were born, placing noble com- it is through this kind of projects petition, sport, peace, culture, and edu- Now, at the dawn of the 3rd millenni- that the 2004 Games aspire to cation at the very core of Greek civili- um, the Games are returning to the leave a lasting legacy to the peo- sation. country of their birth and the city of ple of Greece and the world. Opening and Closing Ceremonies Concept Creator Selected

ATHENS 2004 has selected Greek choreographer, stage Fifty senior officers of the Greek Police, Port Patrol and Fire director, and artist Dimitris Papaioannou to be responsible for Brigade forces assumed new duties at the security depart- the concept development and implementation of the creative ment of ATHENS 2004 as training Venue Security part of the Opening and Closing Ceremonies of the Olympic Managers. The new officers have completed their basic Games. Olympic training. They are now being incorporated into the ATHENS 2004 Executive Director Marton Simitsek made venue Operational Planning and will eventually assume the the announcement during a regular briefing of Olympic edi- management of the Olympic Venues. tors at the headquarters of the Organising Committee for the The Security officers were welcomed at the ATHENS 2004 Olympic Games. headquarters by ATHENS 2004 Executive Director respon- Mr Papaioannou, present at the briefing, said that he would be sible for Games Operations, Marton Simitsek, ATHENS responsible for the programme’s concept, the detailed plan, the selection of artistic collaborators, and the production. He 2004 General Security Manager, Georgios Plakas and pointed out that his proposal was complete, adding, “I am fully Manager of the Greek police Olympic Games Security aware of the responsibility I am assuming. I am not afraid of Division (OGSD) and Deputy Major Vasilios Kostantinides. working hard and wish to assure you that my intentions are the There followed the first of the series of working briefings purest and the best”. which is scheduled to take place at the company’s headquar- Mr Simitsek also said that ATHENS 2004 will be announcing ters aimed at preparing the operational planning and securi- an international Call for Tender for the production company ty of the Olympic venues. or companies for the Ceremonies, and a Call for Tender for Dimitris Papaioannou, whom ATHENS 2004 has selected for the During the course of the meeting, ATHENS 2004 Executive the auditing company that will monitor related financial issues. concept development and implementation of the creative part of the Director, Marton Simitsek presented to the new staff their Opening and Closing Ceremonies of the Olympic Games. duties, stressing the importance of the mission they are called Dimitris Papaioannou was born in Athens in 1964. At the age upon to fulfil. He referred in detail to the management and of 17, he became the student of renowned painter Yiannis international festivals, won many first prizes and wide acclaim. Tsarouchis. He was first in the entry exams of the School of operation of Olympic venues and presented the model venue At the same time, Mr Papaioannou directed big musical and Fine Arts and in 1983 he began his study of modern dance opera productions and worked closely with many cultural operational plan of the Peace and Friendship Stadium. while continuing his other artistic activities. organisations in Greece and abroad as well as with renowned More specialised presentations were made by managerial In 1986, he and Angeliki Stellatou established Edafos Dance artists such as Manos Hadjidakis, Michalis Cacoyiannis, staff of the ATHENS 2004 Games Operations Division. Theatre, which played a leading role in the development of Giorgos Koumentakis, Charis Alexiou, Alkistis Protopsalti modern dance in Greece and abroad as it participated in major and others. Non - Smoking Policy at Games-time “Full stadiums, ATHENS 2004 seeks eight cruise ships happy spectators” for its Accommodation Programme As part of its Accommodation All interested Greek and interna- Authority that is responsible for all Programme, ATHENS 2004 is tional parties may submit their construction works. Out of the 3 km The ATHENS 2004 smoking policy is based on both the exist- about to launch an international offers. Many of them have already pier space provided in total for the ing law and the special needs of the Games. It reflects the tender, in order to ensure a mini- expressed their growing interest berthing of cruise ships, 600m company’s desire to keep the stadiums full and the spectators mum of eight cruise ships to cover during meetings with ATHENS involve new constructions. In the happy. It is a policy of respect to non-smokers and smokers the needs of the Olympic Family 2004 executives. past weeks, ATHENS 2004 com- alike at all times, including large-scale competition events. and visitors during the 2004 Games. Following an initiative of the pleted and delivered water supply According to the Greek law, smoking is not allowed in: Piraeus port will be the berthing Swedish Olympic Committee, and sewage project plans, so that * Health care facilities place for cruise ships with a capacity ATHENS 2004 has already secured the cruise ships are served directly of 7,000 cabins. The ATHENS 2004 the cruise ship “Splendour of the by the existing facilities of the * Public transportation Organising Committee will rent at Seas”. largest Greek harbour. Provisions * Enclosed public spaces least 30% of the cabins, while ship have also been made for the upgrad- According to the already approved ATHENS 2004 policy, at owners and/or tourist agents will “Splendour of the Seas” disposes of ing of all electricity, telecommunica- Games-time, smoking will not be allowed in: rent the remaining 70% to visitors 900 cabins to accommodate mem- tions and fire extinguishing services, * All indoor competition and non-competition venues, such as through open-market procedures. bers of the Swedish Olympic the extension of existing passenger the Peace and Friendship Stadium and the Main Press The accommodation cost will be Family, as well as other National buildings and the construction of Centre (MPC). determined upon the tender’s com- Olympic Committees, which have new buildings and parking areas. * Competition areas in all venues. pletion, based on the candidates’ already expressed an interest. Finally, the Olympic Games * Tribunes and auxiliary facilities within open venues (e.g. offer. The cost for berthing and ATHENS 2004 has prepared the Security Division (DAOA) is cur- Beach Volley-ball). other ship facilities will be fully Master Plan for the operation of rently developing a special plan for However, all venues will have smoking areas that meet all fire undertaken by the shipping compa- Piraeus port. The plan has been the control of the harbour at ny. delivered to the Pireaus Port Games-time. safety and hygiene requirements. JUNE 2002 22/42 TO BHMA The Greek Australian VEMA Sporting News By Phillip Fourlas

RUGBY LEAGUE Sydney vs Geelong 99 - 101 happens out in the middle stays out there Thomas, 31, had one year to run on his con- Fremantle vs Collingwood - 90 - 79 and he wasn’t Mr Clean himself, he was tract. He was officially “amicably” released RESULTS having plenty to say,” McGrath said during by the Hawks after completing a two-sea- (ROUND 14) CRICKET: AUSTRALIAN fast bowler a guest stint on The Footy Show today. son stint which included an historic debut Glenn McGrath has returned fire at South “Reading his comments he was actually NBL championship last year. Parammatta vs Newcastle 14-28 African batsman Graeme Smith, saying the saying more than I heard. Hawks general manager Chuck Harmison St George vs Melbourne 30-30 said a weekend phone call to Thomas - who West Tigers vs Penrith 18-22 had returned to his family in the United South Sydney vs Auckland 10-46 States - failed to resolve the issue. Cronulla vs Canberra 36-26 SOCCER: NSL champions Olympic Sharks held Brisbane vs Nth Queensland 52-8 It’s a match the golf world has there awards night last Friday. The GOLF: Sydney City vs Nthn Eagles 45-18 been waiting three years to see - Tiger awards were as following: Canterbury bye Woods and Sergio Garcia going to head-to- head for a major title. PLAYER OF THE YEAR: LADDER When Garcia made his memorable charge Tom Pondeljak at Woods in the final round of the 1999 CLUBMAN OF THE YEAR: 1) Canterbury 25 PGA Championship, only to go down by a Jade North 2) Auckland 24 stroke, many thought it was the start of a ROOKIE OF THE YEAR: 3) Newcastle 24 rivalry which would dominate the sport. Andrew Durante 4) Brisbane 23 Garcia, like his swing, has taken time to get 5) Parramatta 19 going but he enters the final round of the Also championship winning midfielder 6) Sydney City 18 US Open four shots behind. 7) West Tigers 12 Tom Pondeljak has agreed to terms with the Olympic Sharks and has extended 8) Cronulla 12 THE Australian Institute his contract for a further two years. NETBALL: 9) Nthn Eagles 12 of Sport could close its successful netball 10) St George 11 program unless Netball Australia agrees to 11) Melbourne 11 include the institute’s team in the national 12) Canberra 11 Protea was not the innocent victim of “I guess it was a little bit disappointing. league competition next year. 13) Penrith 10 sledging on the cricket field he claimed to The future structure of the league will be 14) Sth Sydney 8 be. McGrath said he was disappointed to BASKETBALL: A TUG-OF-WAR decided at a board meeting next weekend. 15) Nth Queensland 8 read Smith’s comments in a magazine in over import Charles Thomas has begun - And the outcome is awaited by a number of which he accused the Australians of verbal- officially at least - after the championship teams, including the struggling Adelaide ly abusing him during his Test debut at point guard was released by the Ravens, Queensland Firebirds and Perth AFL RESULTS Cape Town in March. Wollongong Hawks. Orioles, as well as the AIS. (ROUND 12) - SPLIT - ROUND He defended the Australians’ use of verbal Townsville and Adelaide are reportedly the If the AIS is included in the competition it intimidation, but said Smith gave equally frontrunners for Thomas’ services after the could mean one other team is left out, Essendon vs Hawthorn 72 - 65 as good as he received. former NBA guard was cut for approaching though another alternative is to have nine Carlton vs West Coast 88 - 89 “The Australian way of playing is what other NBL clubs while on contract. teams.

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ÐÁÍÇÃÕÑÉÓ ÉÅÑÏÕ ÍÁÏÕ The ball is in the net and Senegal goes through to the quarter finals Cont. from last page found him without a defender in sight. Ôçí ÊõñéáêÞ 30 Éïõíßïõ 2002, ôùí Áãßùí ÐÜíôùí, ðáíçãõñßæåé ï Éåñüò Íáüò Both sides had chances to seal the game ôçò Åíïñßáò êáé ÊïéíüôçôÜò ìáò. But the continued pressure from Senegal after the break and Swedish sub Zlatan Ôï ðñüãñáììá ôçò Ðáíçãýñåùò Ý÷åé ùò áêïëïýèùò: paid off and they were rewarded for their Ibrahimovic forced a good save from Sylva enterprising play with the equaliser on 37 at his near post on 80 minutes, after he had minutes. cut inside two Senegalese opponents on the ÓÜââáôï 29 Éïõíßïõ 2002. ¿ñá 7.00 - 9.00 ì.ì. A long ball was headed on by El Hadji Diouf right side of the box. ÌÝãáò Ðáíçãõñéêüò Åóðåñéíüò ÷ïñïóôáôïýíôïò ôïõ ÓåâáóìéùôÜôïõ Áñ÷éåðéóêüðïõ to Camara who was just loitering outside çìþí ê.ê. ÓÔÕËÉÁÍÏÕ ìå ôçí óõììåôï÷Þí ôïõ Éåñïý ÊëÞñïõ ôçò ðüëåùò ôïõ Óýäíå- the box. Five minutes into extra time, Anders û. He chested the ball down and dummied Svensson almost won it for Sweden when ÊõñéáêÞ 30 Éïõíßïõ 2002. ¿ñá 8.00 - 11.30 ð.ì. past Mjallby to create some space on his he created enough space for himself in the right foot for a shot and drove it low into the Senegalese box with an exquisite drag-back ¼ñèñïò êáé ÐáíçãõñéêÞ Áñ÷éåñáôéêÞ Èåßá Ëåéôïõñãßá éåñïõñãïýíôïò ôïõ Óåâáóìéù- left hand corner of the goal. and turn but his shot smacked into the ôÜôïõ Áñ÷éåðéóêüðïõ çìþí ê.ê. ÓÔÕËÉÁÍÏÕ In the second half, the game evened up as right hand post with Sylva nowhere near it. both sides struggled to maintain the pace of The goal from Camara in the final minute Áðü ôá ðñùßáò ôïõ ÓáââÜôïõ 29çí Éïõíßïõ Ýùò ôçò ìåóçìâñßáò ôçò ÊõñéáêÞò 30çò the game in the oppressive conditions. of first half extra time left the Swedes dev- Éïõíßïõ ç Öéëüðôù÷ïò Áäåëöüôçôá äéïñãáíþíåé ÅÏÑÔÁÃÏÑÁÍ åéò ôï ÷ùë ôïõ Éåñïý Sweden could have taken the lead in the astated but it was unbridled joy for the 57th minute had Anders Svensson kept his Africans who celebrated their historic Íáïý êáé ìåôÜ ôçí Èåßáí Ëåéôïõñãßáí ôçò ÊõñéáêÞò 30çò Éïõíßïõ ôï Äéïéêçôéêü Óõì- head but he volleyed well wide of the mark achievement with a team dance to thrill the âïýëéï èá óåñâßñåé æåóôÜ óïõâëÜêéá êáé áíáøõêôéêÜ. 141009a after a knock down from Marcus Allback Oita crowd. JUNE 2002 The Greek Australian VEMA TO BHMA 23/43 Sporting news

PENALTIES KEEP SPAIN ALIVE! ÃÉÁˆ` —ˇÐÑÏÓÙÐÉÊÇ —˚˙ ¯ÅÎÕÐÇÑÅÔÇÓDz—˙¯˙˙ Spanish defence held firm. Keane almost had the golden goal ÁÐÏÔÑÉ×ÙÓÇÔÑÉ×ÙÓ Ì ÌÅ ËÅÚÆÅÑÚ Ñ early in the second extra period, but he missed wide to the right `—ˇ ˙ ¯ ¸¯ ˘¯ with his volley from a step outside the area (108’). * avoid “production line” clinics Then Hierro had a chance on a free kick, but he struck his shot * supervised Registered into the wall. Nursing Sisters Then Baraja and David Connolly traded near-misses from 25 metres. Baraja’s shot was saved well by a diving Given, and * LATEST LASER - SAFE FOR then Connolly’s shot missed just outside the left post (112’). ALL SKIN COLOURS 53022 Neither side would go close again, and extra time gave way to cruel penalties. The spot-kicks, Casillas was magnificent. He saved shots by Connolly and Kilbane, and Holland missed off the crossbar, with only Keane and Steve Finnan finding the net for Ireland. For Spain, Juan Carlos Valeron and Juanfran missed, but strikes by Hierro, Baraja, and Mendieta were enough to start All Appts. and Enquiries: 9572 7223 Spain’s celebration and send them through to the quarter- 164 Marrickville Road 21 Spring Street finals. Marrickville Bondi Junction Raul thanks Duff for an excellent effort Spain won the day on penalties after an unbearably dramatic second-round match in Suwon, Korea. Heavy Spanish pressure paid dividends early as the red-clad side went a goal to the good after only eight minutes. A late spot kick by Robbie Keane for Ireland forced the match into goalless extra time. The Spaniards will meet the winner of the Korea - Itlay clash in the quarter-finals. Fernando Morientes grabbed his third goal of the tournament with a well-placed header in the opening minutes of the match. Spain conceded a hard penalty midway through the second half, though Real Madrid’s Iker Casillas did out Ian Harte’s try. But the youngster could do nothing to keep out the second penalty taken coolly by Keane to send the match to extra time and even- tually penalties, where Spain won 3-2 with a cool strike from Gaizka Mendieta. The match got off to a fast start, with both sides looking dan- gerous in the attack. Robbie Keane had the first chance of the game, a shot from a medium angle at the edge of the area that whistled past the far post (3’). Spain had their first chance minutes later, and they took it. Puyol served a cross from the right wing perfectly onto the head of Fernando Morientes, and the Real Madrid striker’s header left Ireland goalkeeper Shay Given with no chance (1:0, 8’). Ireland responded well to the early deficit. They began to main- tain possession and shut down Spain’s technical play in midfield. But Spain weathered the storm, and after some frustration they adjusted by mixing in the occasional long ball and quick counter- attack. Before long, Spain were once again looking like the more dangerous team. Spain very nearly opened the second half just as they did the first. A brilliant turn by Raul set up Morientes with a world of space and time , but he drove his shot from 15 metres straight at Given, and it bounced off the keeper and clear of danger (47’). Soon after, Ireland had a golden opportunity when Spain goal- keeper Iker Casillas couldn’t handle a high ball in the area. He dropped it onto the foot of Kevin Kilbane, but the Sunderland man’s shot was cleared off the line by Fernando Hierro (50’). Ireland seemed to have the break they needed when Juanfran was called for a foul on Damien Duff in the penalty area, but Ian Harte’s spot-kick went right at Casillas. The ball bounced out tantalisingly in front of the goal, but Kilbane missed badly with the Spanish keeper still on the ground and the net gaping (63’). Raul almost extended Spain’s lead after winning a high ball in the area. He brought it down well onto his left foot, but Given came out to cut off the angle and make the save (72’). Then Duff, the chief danger man for the Irish on the night, gave Spanish fans a scare when his shot from 20 metres missed the far post by a hair (80’). Minutes later, Casillas came up big as Keane got in on goal for a chance at a half-volley. The Real Madrid keeper bravely came off his line and blocked the shot, exposing himself to a painful- looking collision with Keane (84’). When it looked like it was all over for Ireland, they got another chance from the penalty spot when Hierro was called for a foul on Niall Quinn. Keane took the shot this time, and he made no mistake. Ireland had new life (1:1, 90’). With Raul and Morientes having been substituted off in the sec- ond half as Spain looked to protect their lead, Gaizka Mendieta led the attack for the Spaniards. He had the first chance of extra time when his shot from the edge of the penalty area went wide of the right post (95’). Spain was forced to play with 10 men after Albelda went off with an injury and they were left without a substitute. Ireland main- tained pressure for most of the first half of extra time, but the Penalties SPORTS keep spain The Greek Australian VEMA alive! WORLD CUP FEVER HITS AUSTRALIA!

COMMENT BY Once and for all the Soccer in this coun- PHILLIP FOURLAS try has really shown what a World Cup means compared to the Rugby League If people thought soccer was dead in this World Cup played between five countries. country, then think again. The World Big Brother the most successful TV show Cup has lifted the sport to a profile that of all time, had been so over-powered by the administrators of the sport in this the World Cup, that it’s TV show of Big country dream of. Brother Uncut last Thursday night, was For so many years the sport has been been promoted as the most revealing over powered by other sporting codes of episode of the year, to try and go head to Rugby League, Union, AFL and Cricket, head with the World Cup game on SBS but for the first time in history, it’s the between Italy and Mexico. Unfortunate other sporting codes that are on the back for Big Brother and The Footy show, the burner. World Cup blew them away with the rat- SBS is enjoying its best ever TV ratings of ings. all time, the World Cup in Australia has The World Cup has shown to the public been such a hit, that channel Nine are in Australia that soccer can have a place licking there wound’s for only buying six- in their hearts. When will our soccer teen games. gurus here in this country decide to run the game as a professional sport rather Channel Nine have been so disappointing then a juggling act at the circus? in there display towards the greatest It’s hard to imagine the game going for- game in the world, for example, England ward in this country, when you see the was playing Nigeria for survival in the national coach of the country crying for a World Cup. Nine bought the rights to the TV commercial. Frank Farina should World Cup. What was Nine showing step down from the job in shame. It instead? Australia playing Pakistan at would be unthinkable in any other coun- one-day cricket, under the Colonial try for the National coach to make a com- Stadium roof, on a drop-in pitch, in the Senegal's El Hadji Diouf (L) leads his team mates in celebration after they won in mercial on a disastrous campaign. second week of June is such a crass com- extra time in their second round match against Sweden at the World Cup Finals in The sport in the country is at its lowest; bination of greed, over-kill and baloney Oita June 16, 2002. Senegal snatched only the second golden goal winner in World Soccer Australia is battling through the that the ACB and Nine Network should Cup history to earn Senegal a quarter-final World Cup place after being held 1-1 by courts to show it’s liable, while Frank is be ashamed. Heads should roll. Sweden at the end of normal time. REUTERS/Pawel Kopczynski earning money on their backs. Young The World Cup has brought this multi- kids have been asked to pay more to play cultural society together like never made an impact we only have to look at deciding game. By showing a live broad- the sport and pay Frank Farina, while he before. Families and people are flocking state of NSW, the State of Origin cast of Channel 9’s World Cup soccer is making a fool of himself on TV about to local clubs and pubs to get a piece of the between New South Wales and semi-final on the big screen straight after Australian Soccer’s’ darkest moment. action. It would be unthinkable to think Queensland in the Rugby League is con- the Origin game. Despite what is happing here with Soccer the reaction of the community if sidered the biggest sporting event of the That’s right folks, a sporting code that Australia, the World Cup has shown the Australia where involved in such a huge year. But administrators of the NRL are has burnt soccer for so many years, is in game is alive in this country, and we can event. going to use the World Cup as a market- desperate need for the support of the only hope that in four years time, we will To see how highly the World Cup has ing tool to attract people to the last and World Cup to fill Stadium Australia. be part of its beauty and atmosphere. SENEGAL KEEP AFRICAN DREAM ALIVE! BY PHILLIP FOURLAS despite scuffing his left foot shot, he did enough by Celtic hit-man Henrik Larsson at the front to beat Magnus Hedman and sneak it in off the post. A 104th minute golden goal from Henri Camara inside of the post. He nipped in ahead of Senegal keeper Tony has sealed Senegal’s spot in the World Cup quar- Senegal is just the second African side to reach Sylva and headed past Aliou Cisse, who was sup- ter-finals following their thrilling 2-1 win over the last eight of the tournament and will meet posed to be guarding the near post but left just Sweden in Oita. either Japan or Turkey in Osaka next Saturday. enough room for the ball to fly into the net The fairytale run of Bruno Metsu’s Lions of Unfortunately for the Scandanavians, Freddie between him and the upright. Teranga, in their first ever finals, continued Ljungberg took no part in the match after he From that point on, the West Africans had the courtesy of a double from Henri Camara. failed to overcome a hip injury but Senegal were better of the half and thought they had levelled The winning goal arrived after a neat back-heel without their two most influential midfielders on 26 minutes when Pape Bouba Diop tucked from Pape Thiaw set Camara on his path and should be stronger when they return from the ball home after a shot-cum-cross from El toward goal. suspension for the quarter-final. Hadji Diouf, but it was disallowed in another He beat Andreas Jakobsson and shimmied past Sweden took the lead on 11 minutes when an tight decision. Johan Mjallby - as he had done earlier - and Anders Svensson corner from the left was met Cont. page 22/42